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Salala, Peru

Piura · Peru

Salala is a small town in Piura, Peru with a population of 716. Elevation: 9,961 ft (3,036 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

716 Population 3/sq mi density
9,961 ft Elevation 3,036 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population716
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation9,961 ft (3,036 m)
Population716
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation9,961 ft (3,036 m)
Coordinates-5.1115°, -79.4652°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePiura
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,505 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Salala

Salala is a small town in Peru (Piura) with a population of 716. The city sits at an elevation of 9,961 feet (3,036 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Salala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,961 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above Peru avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,961 ft (3,036 m)
Area215.1 sq mi (557.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-5.1115°N, 79.4652°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.80"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 27, 2025.

Jul 30, 2021 7 km E of Sullana, Peru M6.2 129 km
Apr 3, 2012 5 km ENE of Piura, Peru M5.4 124 km
Feb 13, 2021 33 km W of Celica, Ecuador M5.3 138 km
Aug 17, 2010 7 km SSW of Buenos Aires, Peru M5.2 64 km
Feb 18, 2021 14 km SSW of Yantzaza, Ecuador M5.2 148 km
Sep 13, 2002 6 km SSE of Sullana, Peru M5.1 133 km
Apr 17, 2019 68 km NNE of La Peca, Peru M5.1 148 km
Jul 14, 2002 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru M5.0 77 km
Jun 12, 2025 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru M5.0 144 km
Oct 15, 2009 6 km NE of Las Lomas, Peru M5.0 100 km
Sep 29, 2002 0 km ESE of Sullana, Peru M5.0 136 km
May 25, 2004 9 km WNW of Suyo, Peru M4.9 98 km
Mar 7, 2019 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru M4.9 139 km
Dec 7, 1995 16 km NE of Cariamanga, Ecuador M4.9 101 km
Jul 21, 2021 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru M4.9 55 km
Mar 27, 2010 11 km NNW of Salitral, Peru M4.9 145 km
Mar 9, 2020 4 km NW of Sapillica, Peru M4.9 73 km
May 21, 2017 10 km NNW of Lagunas, Peru M4.8 64 km
Oct 28, 1995 8 km WSW of Las Lomas, Peru M4.8 106 km
Jul 4, 2019 42 km ESE of Papayal, Peru M4.8 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
February 54°F (12°C) 5.6 in
March 54°F (12°C) 7.8 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 5.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in Coldest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in Driest
October 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
December 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in

Salala has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 53°F in August to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.8") and September the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Salala

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa Ricardo Palma
Institución Educativa 15147 Divino Niño Jesus
Institución Educativa No. 20052
Institución Educativa No. 14473
Institución Educativa No. 14465
Institución Educativa Señor De Los Milagros
Institución Educativa 14458 San Antonio De Padua
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Radio Stations near Salala

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Activa (EC) entretenimiento, musica AAC+ 96 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Salala

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Salala

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra AirportMRRMedium Airport
Shumba AirportJAEMedium Airport
Huancabamba AirportSmall Airport
Yapatera AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salala

What is the population of Salala?

Salala has a population of 716 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 215.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Salala?

Salala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches.

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